It was initially scheduled for release on 14 February 2011 but was later pushed back. [88][89], More Love, Less Ego was released on 11 November 2022. Curt Simmons, a member of the Phillies "Whiz Kids" team, has died at the age of 93. It was released on 12 June 2011 by Empire Mates Entertainment. He sold the golf course to developers in 2019. Simmons stopped the New Yorkers with four hits as the Phils won, 4-0, to give Curt his 16th win. He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 60 years, Dorothy, in 2012. Whiz Kid was a god like Thor on the decks and its shocking that he doesnt get the mention from many of his peers about his greatness. Sadly Whiz Kid passed away in the late 80s. In September 2014, he released the self-titled second studio album, Ayo. But because postseason rosters had to be set in advance, he was ineligible. [10], At the 27th annual South African Music Awards, Made in Lagos received a nomination for the Rest of Africa Award. Play That Beat was my shit going into 9th grade! Meyer's best known temper tantrum happened during a TV "Game of the Week" in 1953 when, as a Dodger, he was pitching against his former Phillies teammates. Please enter valid email address to continue. [63][64], In March 2017, he signed a record deal with RCA Records. PHILADELPHIA Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. Last week I interviewed a gentlemen by the name ofJohnnyray Gascawho is known as the person who created the market and introduced a generation of Kung Fu film lovers to Shaw Brothers flicks bootlegged to VHS. & Whiz Kid - Play That Beat Mr. D.J. I probably put them in a slump, he said. Wizkid's fifth album More Love, Less Ego was released on 11 November 2022. (AP Photo/File). 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Hip hop mixtapes first appeared in the mid-1970s in New York City, featuring artists such as Kool Herc and Afrika Bambaataa. A series of hip surgeries incapacitated him in recent years. Simmons went 193-183 with 163 complete games, 36 shutouts and a 3.54 ERA in 569 career appearances (462 starts) over 20 big league seasons with four teams. Agent DJ Whiz Kid (Early Hip Hop DJ) [117][118] The children were born in 2011, 2016, 2017, and 2022. [101] In a video interview with Capital Xtra in October 2019, Wizkid said he left E.M.E without any money.[102]. On Point is produced by WBUR for NPR. [137] He was nominated in the Best Global Music Album and the Best Global Music Performance categories in the 64th Annual Grammy Awards for Made in Lagos Deluxe Edition and "Essence" respectively. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete . As a Whitehall High senior, hed yielded just 12 hits in 43 innings while striking out 102. [79], On 6 December 2019, Wizkid's label Starboy Entertainment released the EP Soundman Vol. Waitkus recovered from the wound, but the incident became the genesis for the movie "The Natural. " Whiz Kid discography and songs: Music profile for Whiz Kid, born 21 October 1961. . As he continued toward the dugout, it came down and hit him on the head. Among Phillies pitchers, Simmons is fifth all-time in wins and innings, pitching 1,939.2 innings. [19], Wizkid began recording his debut studio album Superstar in 2009. [24] "Don't Dull", the album's third single, was released on 6 December 2010. Simmons was inducted on to the Phillies' Wall of Fame in 1993 and into the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame in 2011. Ive still got lots of new things that Im doing Whiz Kidsource: Ann Arbor News July 23, 1983, DJDJ Whiz KidHeculoidsHip-HopKool HercTommy Boy Records, Nostalgia King Signature Logo T-Shirt (Large), Gizelle Smith and The Mighty Mocambos - Working Woman, Lord Finesse - Suicidal Thoughts (Flexi Disc), Skeme Richards Black Fist Monkey Shoulder Mix, IG Live With Battle Grounds DTX featuring Skeme Richards, Solomon King Screening At The Ritz 5 (Philadelphia). [119], In August 2011, Nigerian Entertainment Today reported that the singer fathered his first child at the age of 21. The Philadelphia Phillies have landed Trea Turner, agreeing to a $300 million, 11-year contract with the dynamic shortstop. He was 93. My fingers start snapping and my hands start clapping. Simmons is survived by his two sons, Timothy and Thomas, and daughter, Susan. Gregorio Borgia/AP. [136] He is also the most awarded artiste in The Headies award history. A few days later, Hall of Famer and former Phillie Joe Morgan died. [97], In February 2013, Wizkid tweeted a subliminal message and tweaked his Twitter account. He was 93. Hall of Famers Hank Aaron and Stan Musial both cited Mr. Simmons as the pitcher who gave them the most trouble. After a thorough investigation, the newspaper concluded Wizkid impregnated then-undergraduate student Sola Ogudugu. PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A Philadelphia Phillies great is no longer with us. Years later, he maintained that that gesture prompted the networks to temporarily remove their cameras from dugouts. He returned to his original windup in 1950 and, along with the 23-year-old Roberts, pitched the young and exciting Phils into first place. He won a World Series in 1964 with the Cardinals. Though often overshadowed by longtime rotation mate Robin Roberts, Mr. Simmons left his mark on two memorable Phillies seasons 14 years apart. [42] The song's music video directed and shot in South Africa by Sesan. Whiz Kid. Free shipping for many products! He later attended Lead City University, but dropped out after completing two sessions. Yankees expected to make formal offer to top free agency t Dodgers' biggest problem isn't their new shortstop deficit, The Marchand and Ourand Sports Media Podcast, The Show with Joel Sherman and Jon Heyman, Amazin' But True: A NY Mets Baseball Podcast, Gangs All Here: A NY Jets Football Podcast, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry have first night out since bombshell 'Spare' released, 11-year-old reads aloud from 'pornographic' book he checked out from library at school board meeting. A prominent figure in the modern-day Afrobeats music scene, Wizkid is regarded as one of the biggest and most influential African artists of all time. The Houston Astros clinched their second World Series title in six seasons with a 4-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 6. Simmons, a native of Lehigh Valley, pitched 13 seasons with the Phils, going 115-110 with a 3.66 ERA, 109 complete games, and 18 shutouts across 325 games and 263 starts. The album features guest appearances from Banky W., Skales, D'Prince and Wande Coal. [99] It was also reported that money was at the centre of the controversy. He also released a collaboration with American singer, H.E.R., titled "Smile". February 27, 2023; tools and techniques to measure human resource interventions; mass schedule st cecilia catholic church . Simmons went 193-183 with 163 complete games, 36 shutouts and a 3.54 ERA in 569 career appearances (462 starts) over 20 . All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. The population of tiny Egypt was barely over 700, but on the night of June 7, 1947, 6,252 fans gathered in that hamlet just north of Allentown to watch Mr. Simmons, an 18-year-old hometown hero, pitch for his local amateur team in an exhibition game against the Phillies. While connecting more dots within the Kung Fu and Hip Hop genres, I later find that Whiz Kid was responsible to the meeting of two more Hip Hop gents, DJ / Producer Paul Nice and Seattles Big Chan. Printed on 100% cotton watercolour textured paper, Art Prints would be at home in any gallery. Phillies' last surviving "Whiz Kid" Curt Simmons dies. The album's production was handled by Sarz, Shizzi, Uhuru, Del B, Dokta Frabz, Maleek Berry, Legendury Beatz and Spellz. Ex-Phils manager and longtime big-league scout Hans Lobert called Mr. Simmons the best prospect hed ever seen. Though Mr. Simmons missed all of 1951 while in the military, was limited by an elbow injury to just 10 innings in 1959, and sliced off the tip of his left big toe in a 1953 lawn-mower accident, he managed 103 victories during the 1950s for mostly mediocre Phillies teams. [15] In a radio interview with Tim Westwood in 2012, he said "his father has three wives". concert", "Pulse Exclusive Wizkid drops MTN for GLO, to earn N120m", "The war within E.M.E as Wizkid shocks fans", "Wizkid confirms he's FINALLY set to leave E.M.E", "Wizkid says he left Banky W's record label without a penny", "EME is Still Family! Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 "Whiz Kids" team, died Tuesday at his home in Ambler, Pa., the team announced in a news release. Curt Simmons, one of the Phillies' greatest pitchers and the last surviving member of the 1950 "Whiz Kids," died at his home in Ambler, Pa. on Tuesday. Log in to submit a correction to this page . Simmons is survived by his two sons, Timothy and Thomas, and daughter, Susan. As more tapes became available, they began to be. [127], In an interview with Alex Frank of Vogue magazine in February 2015, Wizkid said he wears a mixture of streetwear and traditional Nigerian clothes. He ranks fifth in team history in wins and innings (1,939 2/3), sixth in games started, tied for sixth in shutouts, and ninth in strikeouts (1,052). & WHIZ KID - PLAY THAT BEAT 12" Single USED at the best online prices at eBay! A teenage computer gamer and programmer from Italy who devoted the final years of his life to the church until his death in 2006 was beatified over the weekend, making him the . The tour kicked off in July and ended in September 2012. 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It was initially titled Chosen. In 2017, Billboard reported that Wizkid signed a multi-album worldwide record deal with RCA Records, a subsidiary of Sony Music. Curt Simmons, the beetle-browed bonus baby who debuted as an 18-year-old Phillies flamethrower and later reinvented himself as a crafty soft-tosser in St. Louis, died in his Ambler home on Tuesday. Please give today. The launch party featured performances from Banky W, Skales, 2face Idibia, Samklef, Wande Coal, D'Prince, Olamide, eLDee, Jesse Jagz, Ice Prince, Lynxxx and Seyi Shay. He cited Pharrell Williams as one of his fashion style icons. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. History. His song "Soco" became his first Afrobeats single to be certified Gold in Canada. [citation needed] SFTOS debuted at number 107 on the US Billboard 200. He made this announcement on Instagram shortly after the conclusion of 2Face Idibia's Fortified tribute concert.[57]. The left-hander won 17 games for the 1950 pennant-winners but missed the World Series when his National Guard unit was activated in September. Then sometime around 1989 a cassette tape managed to make its way into my possession which featured Whiz Kid on the cut and I was totally blown away by how swift he was. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. [29] He worked with Banky W., Skales, Shaydee and Niyola to record E.M.E's compilation album Empire Mates State of Mind (2012). I need music energy from my head to my feet - ah. Mr. Simmons struck out the first two batters and ended up with 11 Ks in a 4-4 tie. [citation needed] It was produced by Amsterdam-based Ghanaian producer DJ Henry X. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. That sent Meyer into a rage and, upon being ejected from the game, he refused to leave the mound. 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Described as "one of the greatest pitchers in franchise history," Simmons had a 115-110 Phillies record, pitching 109 complete games with 18 shutouts. Moreover, he revealed plans to establish a clothing line following the release of Sounds from the Other Side. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. [66] The album features guest appearances from Drake, Major Lazer, Chris Brown, Ty Dolla Sign, Efya, Bucie and Trey Songz. The first tape I managed to score featured him at the 1982 Battle of The DJs at the Music Seminar along with DJs Charlie Chase and Jazzy Jay and was hosted by Grand Master Caz. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. He was 93. In 1945, as part of the Coplay American Legion team, he played in the Pennsylvania American Legion All-Star Game at Shibe Park and the East-West American Legion All-Star Game at the Polo Grounds. [51] The song's official remix features vocals from Drake and Skepta; it premiered on OVO Sound Radio in July 2015. after his contract expired. Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), known professionally as Wizkid, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. From that tragedy I grew, dropped "Kid" and went with "DJ Whiz." I owe my life to God, Mom & Pops but I owe my career to Ricky. Mr. Simmons struggled initially, going 7-12 in 1948 and 4-10 in 1949. He was 93 . He started twice in that World Series, getting the loss in Game 3 despite limiting the Yankees to one run in eight innings. But your walls are better. Frank is a columnist and general assignment reporter focusing on sports enterprise, projects and features. [90] He travelled to Beirut, Lebanon, with Tiwa Savage for a Pepsi commercial shoot. His Sunday column, 'Franks Place', examines Philadelphias rich sports history. He challenges hitters with his mind.. Among Phillies pitchers, he ranks fifth all-time in both victories (115) and innings pitched (1,939). In hip hop's earliest days, the music only existed in live form, and the music was spread via tapes of parties and shows. whiz news obituarieskirkleatham crematorium funerals this week. He aslo made the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 1969 and the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame in 2011. High quality Dj Whiz Kid Died-inspired gifts and merchandise. He ranks fifth in team history in wins and innings (1,939 2/3), sixth in games started, tied for sixth in shutouts and ninth in strikeouts (1,052). Complete coverage of the Fightin' Phils and their MLB rivals from NBC Sports Philadelphia. [40] On 17 October 2013, he performed at the 2013 edition of Felabration, a yearly concert dedicated to Fela Kuti. But after hearing Whiz Kid, I instantly knew there was something special about him and rightly so, he after all did win 3 Best DJ awards at the New Music Seminar. Carlo Acutis, who died of leukemia at age 15, is a step closer to becoming a saint. Furthermore, it was reported that troubles within E.M.E began as early as the E.M.E All Stars concert in 2012. Curt Simmons, a pitcher who helped propel the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies to the franchise's first pennant in 35 years and went on to become one of . He can pace himself. [56] In September 2015, he said he was dropping his EP and postponing the release of his third studio album. FOR SALE! WHYY provides trustworthy, fact-based, local news and information and world-class entertainment to everyone in our community. Nigerian singer and songwriter (born 1990), The logo of Wizkid's Starboy Entertainment imprint, 19902010: Early life and career beginnings, Wizkid began his singing career when he was 11 years old, in 2001. All the time when I was growing up I wanted to battle Grandmaster Flash, you know DJ versus DJ. April 24, 2017. I wanna get down on my favorite sound. Harold McGuire aka Whiz Kid was married to Betty McGuire aka Betty Boo. Its obvious that Whiz Kid passed away way too soon and that his skills on the decks were top notch and after hearing rumor that he is the one who programmed Paul Hardcastles Rain Forest, it makes one wonder just how far he couldve gone in the music world. In an interview with a Nigerian Entertainment Today editor, he denied having a child. He was inducted into the Phillies' Wall of Fame in 1993. [38] In an interview with HipTV, Banky W revealed the album's title and commented on the album's delay. A . [43] On 2 November 2013, Wizkid performed at the Guinness Colorful World of More concert alongside D'banj, Tiwa Savage, P-Square, Davido, Ice Prince, Burna Boy, Olamide and Phyno. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. Want a digest of WHYYs programs, events & stories? He was beatified on Saturday, making him the first millennial to be put on the path to Catholic sainthood. vkgy He won a World Series in 1964 with the Cardinals. Further information can be found here. / CBS Philadelphia. Despite the lawn-mower setback, in 1954 he posted career bests of 21 complete games and a 2.81 ERA. The album was supported by five singles, including "Come Closer" featuring Drake. [35] On 6 September 2014, Wizkid revealed the album's cover art and track listing. Primarily a Caribbean-influenced record, SFTOS encompasses several other genres, including Afrobeats, EDM, R&B, and house. "[62] In May 2015, Wizkid joined Chris Brown on his "One Hell of a Nite" world tour. In 2016, after years of relentless touring around the world and collaborating with famous artists like Madonna, Lenny Kravitz, and Zac Brown, DJ-producer Avicii wrote an open letter to his fans saying he would be retiring, as per Rolling Stone.Avicii, born Tim Bergling in 1989, was still in his prime and a rising success in the world of house and EDM music when he decided to cut his career short. Fortunately, I had my old Army boots on. DJ WHIZ KID, Portmore. He was inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame in 1993. iconic Phillies "Whiz Kids" team, full of young players. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. [85] In the same month, he also received four Soul Train Awards nominations, winning one for "Essence" for Best collaboration. Simmons missed part of the 1950 season, including the World Series, due to his service in the National Guard during the Korean War. Harold McGuire. He was 93. Culture. [120] In another interview conducted in Ogudu-GRA, Lagos, he said he really did not want to find himself in that peculiar situation. Simmons is survived by his two sons, Timothy and Thomas, and daughter, Susan. He was 94. 11 on Billboard Hot 100 | The Beat 99.9 FM Port-Harcourt", "Wizkid's 'Essence' moves up to No. The concert took place at the Eko Convention Centre in the Eko Hotels and Suites. [108][109] In February 2016, DJ Tunez became the in-house disc jockey,[110] and in May 2016, Efya, R2Bees, and Mr Eazi were signed to the label. The score was tied, 1-1, when he was pulled for a pinch-hitter in the ninth despite having driven in St. Louiss only run with a fifth-inning single. PHILADELPHIA (AP) Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. He recorded his first song with, List of awards and nominations received by Wizkid, "Wizkid honoured by Minnesota governor in U. S.", "How Nigeria's Wizkid fashioned a new sound that won global appeal", "The Essence of Wizkid's Sound: 5 Ways He's Pushed Afrobeats", "10 Greatest Achievements of Wizkid You Should Know About", "Wizkid, Burna Boy Becomes Latest African To Bag The Grammy Awards", "Listen to WizKid's new album Made in Lagos", "Wizkid's 'Made in Lagos' hits No. [33], Between 2012 and 2014, Wizkid recorded his second studio album Ayo. When my arm got sore in 1954 and 1955 thats what bothered me.. He began recording music at the age of 11 and released a collaborative album with the Glorious Five (5), a group he and a couple of . [99] Prior to Wizkid's subliminal tweets, Banky W pacified fans by assuring them that nothing was amiss. The best insights from the ultimate insiders, 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. I lived in Twin Parks (183 & Prospect) so I would bring Harold and Mike around and we started playing music in the projects. He was 93. WHYY + Billy Penn host 100th Mayor: Restoring Safety Forum | Watch live, FILE - Philadelphia Phillies' Curt Simmons, left, autographs a ball for teammate John 'Jocko' Thompson before Game 1 of the World Series against the New York Yankees at Shibe Park in Philadelphia, Oct. 4, 1950. His military service also caused him to miss the 1951 season. [68] It also debuted at number 58 on the Canadian Albums Chart. A few weeks later, Philadelphia signed him for $65,000, then a record bonus. It hurt like hell to get on that train, Mr. Simmons said in 2009. [citation needed] The album's release was preceded by three singles: "Daddy Yo" featuring Efya, "Sweet Love", and "Come Closer" featuring Drake. Bob Miller, a right-hander for the Philadelphia Phillies' 1950 "Whiz Kids" National League pennant winner who went on to coach alma mater Detroit Mercy for 36 years, died Saturday. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 . [25] Superstar was recorded in English and Yoruba. Simmons is survived by his two sons, Timothy and Thomas, and daughter Susan. From the archives: Why Phillies pitcher Curt Simmons missed the 1950 World Series is hard to fathom today, The Phillies World Series history, from The Inquirer photo archives, California residents do not sell my data request. It features Grammy-nominated Nigerian musician Femi Kuti. [48][49] Wizkid was invited as a special guest for some shows on Tinie Tempah's tour of the UK in 2014. For yearsIve heard the name DJ Whiz Kid(Play That Beat Mr. DJ)weather it be on wax with his partner MC G.L.O.B.Eor in passing conversation with older DJs discussing history and some of the under mentioned DJs and MCs within the Hip Hop universe. Mr. Simmons returned to this area following his 1967 retirement and he and Roberts owned and operated the Limekiln Golf Course in Ambler. [123] Other artists include Davido,[123] Dammy Krane,[124] Saeon,[123] Samklef,[123] Reekado Banks,[125] blogger Linda Ikeji. He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. The album was made available for purchase and online streaming on several music platforms, including Apple Music, Amazon Music, Spotify, Deezer and Google Play. [14][1] He grew up listening to King Sunny Ade, Fela Kuti and Bob Marley. A member of the pennant-winning Whiz Kids team, Simmons missed part of the 1950 season, including the World Series, serving in the National Guard during the Korean War. Play That Beat Mr DJ. Several teams expressed interest, including the Cardinals, whose manager, Solly Hemus, had played with Mr. Simmons in Philadelphia. The two bonded over these films and Hip Hop which created a strong friendship until the day Whiz Kid (R.I.P) passed away. Originally Harold (Whiz Kid) didnt even want to djhe just did it in the house. See more. Wizkid established Starboy Entertainment in March 2013. Simmons went 193-183 with 163 complete games, 36 shutouts and a 3.54 ERA in 569 career appearances (462 starts) over 20 big league seasons with four teams. Sadboy Fanatics hosts group sessions for fans to express their frustrations and introduce them to new mental health practices. Bob Miller, who pitched 10 seasons with the Phillies and was in the rotation of the 1950 Whiz Kids, died two weeks ago. 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